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Machinery (1639)

Charging Stihl tools from the van

So I'm doing some light domestic work using mostly Stihl AK powered gardening tools, I'm wondering if anyone can recommend a way to charge them up between jobs whilst driving between jobs. There's probably a very obvious way of doing it but I've just

Started by Dan Nate in Machinery

5 Replies · Reply by Adam Woods yesterday

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Best 30" / 80cm ride on mower

Our Etesia Hydro 80 is coming up toits 10th birthday and I will likely need a replacement as it's getting a bit long in the tooth so I'm starting to look for a replacement!

Collection is a must, would consider a battery ride on and also another Etesis

Started by Nick @ NM Garden Services Ltd in Machinery

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Available from Moray Landscapes

As well as Landscaping we also sell equipment from a number of suppliers. Some of these items are absolutely fantastic for Landscapers, Tree Surgeons etc and will make a huge difference to the services that you can offer and the customers you have.

Started by Andy Harrold in Machinery

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New garden robot putting more of our jobs at risk

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Started by Tim Wallach in Machinery

1 Reply · Reply by James Dec 27, 2024

Stihl Motomix fuel

I've always been sceptical about using this fuel as I just reckoned it a waste of money at 3x the price at the pumps. Anyway, read you can leave it in machines for years with no problem and having some tools that just get used once a year at the mos

Started by Graham Taylor in Machinery

1 Reply · Reply by Neil Darby Dec 28, 2024

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This works well

I have a couple of tennis courts to keep free of moss - both attract it like magnets !

My old right arm was having severe difficulty keeping up with the pumping on the 20litre CPG knapsack sprayer. I did a bit of googling and came across this from Sc

Started by Adam Woods in Groundscare, Machinery, and Pesticides

4 Replies · Reply by Adam Woods Dec 21, 2024

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Wire laying machine for sale

Hi - I have

Zucchetti Professional Wire Laying Machine - hardly used

The Zucchetti NT60 Buried Wire Layer is quite simply an excellent machine. Make the laying of large lengths of wire simple - Great for either the consumer or commercial user. Wire la

Started by Michael Caddy in Machinery

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HLA 135 Hedge Cutter

Hi all, just looking for some feedback on the Stihl HLA 135 hedge cutter. We have used the 65 & 66 for 5 years now and love them but looking for something a little bit better suited for a number of large conifer jobs we have to do over this coming wi

Started by PGM in Machinery

4 Replies · Reply by PGM Oct 12, 2024

E10 petrol

We've had several machines fail recently (stihl hedgetrimmers and blowers) where the carburettor needs replacing- and on older machines, this can tip the balance from 'worth repairing' to 'not worth repairing'. I suspect this is down to E10 petrol.

Started by Tim Bucknall in Machinery

18 Replies · Reply by Billybop Oct 24, 2024

I THINK ITS ABOUT TIME

Hi all. It's been a while since I've posted here, but I just wanted to air my thoughts while off with MAN FLU. Been in the gardening maintenance industry now for 5 years. Self employed, just me, and got away with just using the Honda Hr x 476 roller

Started by Andrew Coates in Machinery

5 Replies · Reply by Hall Mossman Oct 7, 2024

Toro Timemaster brake arm problem

Hi there,

I wonder if anyone else has had this problem with their Toro Timemaster.

I took a short video (YouTube link below) of what's happening when the blade lever is engaged. The brake arm is shaking around like mad. It still cuts, but struggles if

Started by Andrew Lowe in Groundscare, Machinery, and Turfcare

3 Replies · Reply by Andrew Lowe Sep 27, 2024

Cordless kit for own use

Well I have finally retired. After doing this on and off for most of my life, and enjoying most of it (!) I have sold on the equipment for a modest sum to someone I introduced to my customers and all is agreeable. Now I am left with my own garden and

Started by Tony @SM in Machinery

7 Replies · Reply by Intelligent Landscapes Nov 30, 2024

Best access for hedges over 20 ft

Always seem to have issues when it comes to a few hedges I cut that are over about 20 ft.

,My henchman 14 ft doesnt quite get over the top as you cant get it too close or you cant see over but further back wont reach, and I find regular ladders slight

Started by Rob in Machinery

3 Replies · Reply by Graham Taylor Sep 13, 2024

Honda HRX476

Can anyone advise where I might find a repair manual (as opposed to the readily available simple owners manual) for the above Honda lawn mower?

Thanks in anticipation.

Started by Steve Redway in Machinery

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Long Reach Hedge Trimmer

Good afternoon, sorry if this has been asked before but I couldn't find the answer I was looking for. I currently have a Stihl HL94 long reach and I'm looking to upgrade as it's a good few years old now, the weight isn't a issue for me but I have als

Started by Adam Morrison in Machinery and Tree Surgery

4 Replies · Reply by Adam Morrison Sep 12, 2024

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For Sale: Eliet Maestro City Shredder

Hello everyone,

I am selling our backup/ excess Eliet Maestro City Shredder. It's run for about 4 Hours, bought November 2023.

Brand: Eliet
Power Source: Petrol
Engine: Briggs & Stratton 5.5HP XR750 Engine
Starting Method: Recoil
Power Cutting System: 12 H

Started by Olav Greis in Machinery

2 Replies · Reply by Olav Greis Aug 30, 2024

Echo PAS-2620 ES or Sthil KM94RC-E

Hello hard working peoples, I would very much appreciate any advice on which split shaft combi set up to buy. I need power unit, strimmer, hedge cutter, pruner and ext. pole.

I am nearly 60, a bit decrepit, with almost 100 regulars to cope with. Am tr

Started by Phill Mutimer in Machinery

7 Replies · Reply by Stephen r Brook-Smith Aug 31, 2024

Advice needed on best strimmers and mowers

Hi All,

I've been studying RHS Level 2 horticulture (both theory and practical) for the past year and passed all my exams. I'm looking to start up in business doing a mix of garden maintenance, design and consultancy. Gardens of all sizes. Picked up

Started by Kirsty Smithson in Groundscare and Machinery

38 Replies · Reply by Sam Bainbridge Aug 24, 2024

Sharpening mower blades

Morning everyone

What are you guys that's sharpen your mower blades yourselves using to balance the blades?

And what website do you use to buy machinery spare parts from?

Many thanks

Started by Oliver clarkson in Machinery

7 Replies · Reply by Mjc Aug 9, 2024

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